2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2003 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari Enzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari Enzo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
Because 2003 Ferrari Enzo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ferrari Enzo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2003 Ferrari Enzo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | BLS | Enzo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 658 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 95 L |
